Province of Ontario to invest $10 million toward Community Hub in Stratford

Stratford, ON – The Province of Ontario announced Monday that it will be investing approximately $10 million toward Stratford’s planned Grand Trunk Community Hub.

Through its 2018 budget, the province is supporting the creation of the new multi-purpose hub at the former Cooper site, with a mix of uses that could include an enhanced YMCA facility, a new active seniors’ facility, a new University of Waterloo student centre, expanded child care facilities, and new housing.

“This is a wonderful investment in Stratford that will pay dividends for generations to come,” said Mayor Dan Mathieson.

Chief Administrative Officer Rob Horne added, “I’m looking forward to continued consultation with the community as we move forward on this exciting project.”

“Community hubs like the Stratford Grand Trunk Community Hub provide important local services and benefits. This community hub will bring jobs, and economic and social opportunities to the area, while enriching the lives of its residents. We should all be excited by the power of community hubs to strengthen and help build Ontario up,” said Ontario Minister of Infrastructure Bob Chiarelli in announcing the funding.